Author: Halimah Olamide
Halimah Olamide Holds a degree in History and Education. She also holds professional certificates in graphics and passionate about reporting issues of politics, economy, and gender
As Nigeria grapples with mounting infrastructure deficits and revenue shortfalls, industry leaders and policymakers are set to convene at the NPO Reports Annual National Dialogue. The event themed “Revenue Generation, Infrastructure Progress: Options in a Challenged Economy” is slated to hold on Tuesday 26th of November, 2024 by 10am at the Nigerian National Merit Award House (Merit House) Maitama Abuja. The event will feature prominent figures including the Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Dr. Zacch Adedeji, as the keynote speaker of the event and former Postmaster General, Dr. Ismail Adebayo Adewusi, will chair the event. Also expected…
Operatives of the Lagos State Taskforce have impounded 128 commercial motorcycles popularly known as “Okada”, for operating illegally in some parts of the state. The Chairman of the taskforce, CSP Adetayo Akerele, disclosed this in a statement, signed by the Director, Press and Public Affairs, Mr Gbadeyan Abdulraheem, on Sunday in Lagos. Akerele said that the motorcycles were impounded in Sabo Ikorodu, Berger, and Ikotun while enforcing the ban on the operations of commercial motorcycles in restricted areas of the state. Akerele reiterated the taskforce’s unwavering stance on illegal operations of commercial motorcycles, stressing that both riders and passengers caught…
By Sunday Babatunde The race for the 2027 Governorship Race seems to have started earlier than expected in the Centre of Excellence, Lagos State, albeit on a very dramatic note. The presentation of Lagos State’s 2025 budget proposal on November 21, 2024, was expected to be a milestone event, but the session at the House of Assembly became a noteworthy spectacle of discord and political theatrics. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the state’s chief executive, arrived at the legislative chamber with the intention of unveiling the budget and setting a course for the state’s future. Led by Speaker Mudashiru Obasa, the Assembly’s…
The House of Representatives has resolved to lead a landmark march against gender-based violence to commemorate the 2024 International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. Spokesperson of the House of Reps, Akin Rotimi, said this in a statement in Abuja on Saturday. Rotimi said that the march would be carried out alongside other strategic activities, as part of its unwavering commitment to eradicating gender-based violence (GBV) in Nigeria. According to him, which will start at 8:00 a.m., will bring together more than 1,000 participants, including representatives and members of the public. He said it would be a symbolic…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors’ Forum has affirmed that the party remains a formidable force on the political landscape of Nigeria. Gov. Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State and Chairman of the forum stated this at the end of its meeting on Saturday in Jos. Mohammed said that the party would soon overcome all its challenges, adding that the ‘minor setbacks’ would soon be over. He called on lovers of PDP and Nigerians in general not to lose hope in the party. “The forum notes the concerns of Nigerians, the founding fathers, elders and members of our great party about…
Safiu Kehinde Nigerian musician, Habeeb Okikiola popularly known as Portable, has again caused stir after clashing with a Canadian-based event organizer over refusal to meet fans. In a recent post on his Instagram handled, the event organizer could be seen challenging the Zazoo crooner’s crew. While recording the scene, Portable narrated how the event organizer had invited him for his show in Canada. On his arrival, the organizer reportedly invited Portable to his restaurant to meet fans. The singer said he refused to go to his restaurant as he only paid for the show and not to promote his business.…
It was an emotional scene as actor, Aremu Afolayan apologized to his brother and filmmaker, Kunle Afolayan over their feud. He tendered the apology at their mother’s wake-keep which held at Kunle Afolayan’s film Village in Komu, Oyo State. Aremu who was in a ball of emotions shed tears as he spoke about their late mother. He noted that he and Kunle have not been on talking terms for year but their mother’s death brought them back together. ”My greatest joy today is that what has been difficult for over 40 years, my mother gave me one day. ”My Brother…
President Bola Tinubu on Friday sent a letter to the Senate seeking confirmation of Lt. Gen. Olufemi Oluyede’s appointment as the substantive Chief of Army Staff (CAS). Special Adviser to the President on Information & Strategy, Mr Bayo Onanuga, made this known in a statement on Friday in Abuja. Onanuga explained that in the letter, Tinubu seeks Oluyede’s confirmation in accordance with the provisions of Section 218 (two) of the 1999 Constitution as amended and Section 18 (one) of the Armed Forces Act. He recalled that Tinubu appointed Oluyede as the Acting Chief of Army Staff on Oct. 30 following…
By Olaoluwa Awolaja Olaoluwa Awolaja believes that sustaining business values in Nigeria amidst economic restraints is not just a challenge; it’s a necessity for survival and growth. With the country facing high inflation rates, many entrepreneurs find themselves in a precarious position. Inflation erodes purchasing power, forcing businesses to make tough decisions about pricing and cost management. In my opinion, it’s crucial for companies to remain committed to their core values while adapting to this volatile environment. This requires innovative strategies that prioritize customer engagement and maintain a strong connection with their mission, even when faced with rising costs. The…
•Pledges Commitment to Fix Deplorable Roads The Governor of Ogun State, Dapo Abiodun, is set to commission the Ojodu-Denro-Ishasi-Akute Road in Ifo local government area of the State. He made the announcement in an X post on Friday. NPO reports that prior to the reconstruction, the road has been in an extremely poor state plagued with potholes, erosion, and flooding during the rainy season which made the route difficult to ply for motorists and pedestrians. The Governor also shared a video showing the state of the road at the time he assumed office and the transformation under his government. “As…